2003 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 545 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |