2005 Toyota Vitz vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Vitz | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Vitz | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |
