2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 158 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Wrangler | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
