2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Z4 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
