2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2002 BMW Z4 and 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 351 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | Z4 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |