2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 530 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |