2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 135 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |