2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 5 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey.
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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Jeep | Dodge |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Journey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2891 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 | 78 L |