2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |