2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |