2005 BMW 745 vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 745 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1716 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
