2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
