2005 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 730 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
