2003 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5.
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 (500 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (393 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 78 L |
