2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 120 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
