2001 BMW M vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
