2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 538 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 523 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 394 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |