2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander

To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 960 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2007 Jeep Commander
Make BMW Jeep
Model 320 Commander
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 219 km/hour 186 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 2355 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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