2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X5 | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 78 L |