2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 11 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, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX 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 142 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX.
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, 2012 Acura TSX, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | TSX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
