1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 6 series |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1369 mm |