2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 667 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 148 L |
