2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 8 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
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2005 Jeep Liberty | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Liberty | M3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |