2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 432 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.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Z3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
