2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (238 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
