2009 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 528 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
