2009 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 530 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |