2007 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 328 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
