2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Wrangler | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |