2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
