1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Z9 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
