2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
