2005 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 320 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
