2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 266 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 2006 Jeep Cherokee
Make BMW Jeep
Model X3 Cherokee
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2776 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 2031 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 70 L


 

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