2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2008 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. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 335 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5654 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
