2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 427 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
