2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2007 Volkswagen Kombi were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 313 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Kombi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
