2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 645 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
