2012 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 120 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 120 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
