2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 120 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2638 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4783 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2743 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |