2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 BMW 730.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |