2008 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, both 2008 BMW 745 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 745. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 745 2008 Jeep Cherokee
Make BMW Jeep
Model 745 Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 90.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 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 1945 kg 1829 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 78 L


 

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