2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Liberty | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |