2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Liberty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
