2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 519 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Avalon | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
