2005 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 320 | Liberty |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |