2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 320 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |