2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 320 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |