2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 525 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
