2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2000 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Wrangler | 530 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |