2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Jeep | BMW |
| Model | Cherokee | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
