2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 330 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
