2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 134 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Equus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 77 L |
