2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 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 S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
