2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |