2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 602 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Jeep | Dodge |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Ram |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |