2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 536 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1404 mm |
