2007 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X3 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
