2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 550 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2776 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |