2000 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 318 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
