2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 921 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Range Rover | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |