2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
