2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 4,703 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 15 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |