2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 101 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 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Cherokee | M6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
