2009 BMW 650 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 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 385 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 650 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |