2003 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X3 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |