2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 424 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Z3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
