2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Z4 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
