2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 332 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
