2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 335 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3125 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
