2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Liberty | 640 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
