2003 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X5 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 87 L |