2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Wrangler | 118 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1798 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |
