2002 Jeep Willys 2 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Willys 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Willys 2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Willys 2 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
