2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Wrangler | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 2094 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |