2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |