2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
