2008 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | X5 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |