2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Liberty | 135 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |
