2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | X6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |