2002 BMW 332 vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, both 2002 BMW 332 and 2002 Jeep Liberty were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 332 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
