2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (248 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
