2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Grand Cherokee | X3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1933 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2781 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |