Jeep Wrangler 2002 vs BMW X3 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 143 HP | 218 HP | |
| Torque: | 215 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds | |
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BMW X3 is a more dynamic driving. Jeep Wrangler engine produces 75 HP less power than BMW X3, whereas torque is 35 NM less than BMW X3. Due to the lower power, Jeep Wrangler reaches 100 km/h speed 3.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.4 | 9.3 | |
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The BMW X3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Jeep Wrangler consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW X3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Jeep Wrangler could require 165 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 litres | 67 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 910 km on highway | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 215 mm (8.5 inches) | 201 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Jeep Wrangler can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Voyager, Jeep Cherokee, Dodge Grand Caravan | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW Z4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Jeep Wrangler might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.95 m | 4.57 m | |
| Width: | 1.68 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.78 m | 1.67 m | |
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Jeep Wrangler is smaller, but higher. Jeep Wrangler is 62 cm shorter than the BMW X3, 17 cm narrower, while the height of Jeep Wrangler is 11 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1045 litres | 1560 litres | |
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BMW X3 has more luggage space. Jeep Wrangler has 160 litres less trunk space than the BMW X3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X3 (by 515 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Jeep Wrangler is 1.8 metres less than that of the BMW X3, which means Jeep Wrangler can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`000 | 2`260 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 9800 | 6800 | |
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