1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jeep | BMW |
Model | Cherokee | X5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |