2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Liberty | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
