1999 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
