2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 335 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
