2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 330 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |