2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X3 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 78 L |