2007 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M3 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
