2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 325 and 2005 Jeep Cherokee are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 414 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1834 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
