2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 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 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 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 | 1828 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |