2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 BMW X5
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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 194 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.
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, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Cherokee | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
