2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 12 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, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 328 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
