2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |