2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 291 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 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 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 650 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |