2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1911 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
