2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 68 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.
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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
