2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 320 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
