2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 336 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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 Jeep Cherokee (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Cherokee | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |