2001 Acura CL vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 451 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | CL | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |