1994 BMW 854 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 854 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
