2009 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 328 | Liberty |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |