1998 BMW M vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jeep 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
