2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. 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 (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
