2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 40 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |