2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 805 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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 525. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 525 | Commander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |