2009 BMW 125 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 125 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
