2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
