2008 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 523 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
