2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 78 L |
