2012 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
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 Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2009 Jeep 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 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 535 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
