2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Wrangler | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
