2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
