2008 BMW 118 vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 118 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
