2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2012 BMW 650. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 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 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 650 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |