1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep 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 317 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 659 kg more than 1999 Jeep 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Cherokee | 6 series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1430 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |