2005 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
