2003 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 197 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2010 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 520 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
