2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | CC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
