2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. 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 Jeep Cherokee (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 325 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
