2005 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 740 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
