2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 234 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.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Cherokee | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
