2009 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 525 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
