2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | M3 | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |