2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 840 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Ram | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |