2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
