2005 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
