2001 BMW M vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 603 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 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 | 80 L |
