2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 81 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |