2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |