2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
When we compare the 2004 BMW X3's and the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 2004 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2004 BMW X3's and the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Pricing
A used 2004 BMW X3 ranges from $2,780 to $9,020 while a used 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is priced between $2,889 to $9,988.
2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2004 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee loses 42.5 percent of its value. This means the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee retains 8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2004 BMW X3.
2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Jeep Grand Cherokee's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Jeep Grand Cherokee being ranked 12 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Jeep Grand Cherokee the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Grand Cherokee a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2004 BMW X3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee base engine makes 195 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 374 miles. The Grand Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 380 miles.This gives the 2004 BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2004 BMW X3 has higher safety ratings than the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.66 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2780 - 9020
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2889 - 9988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.424993
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.547776 / 10
Reliability:
8.623328 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.3 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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23 out of / 61Jeep Grand Cherokee Rankings
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51 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2004 BMW X3 Trim Levels
2.5i, 3.0i
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Columbia Edition, Freedom Edition, Laredo, Limited, Overland, Special Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.66 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
230 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
255 / 374 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
280 / 380 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4001 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
179.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3790 lbs
Width:
72.3 inches
Height:
69.4 inches
Length:
181.3 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/75R16