2006 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X5 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
