2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 254 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |