2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 BMW 545

To start off, both 2005 Jeep Wrangler and 2005 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Wrangler 2005 BMW 545
Make Jeep BMW
Model Wrangler 545
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3966 cc 4390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 450 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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