2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
