2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 444 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 247 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
