2010 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 167 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 328 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 328 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 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 | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
