2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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 Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |