2011 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 578 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 325 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |