2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Cherokee 2013 BMW 5 Series
Make Jeep BMW
Model Cherokee 5 Series
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2774 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 10.0 :1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1677 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4905 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2094 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 70 L


 

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