2009 BMW 550 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 550 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3955 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |