1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
