2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 51 L |