2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 751 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
