2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 95 kg more than 2011 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 (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 93 L |
