2006 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2006 BMW 523 and 2006 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 BMW 523.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 523 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
