2008 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 1 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 528 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
