2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 491 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
