2008 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 BMW 530 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. 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 (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 530 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.5 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 | 1495 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |