1992 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 6 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 540 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
