1996 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 525 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
