2011 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X6 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 190 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | X6 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |
