2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Grand Cherokee | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |