2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 320 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |