1995 BMW S3 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | S3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
