2001 BMW L7 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW L7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW L7 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 493 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (236 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | L7 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2043 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
