2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |