2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 52 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 118 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |