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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 448 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Journey. 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 (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 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 | 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 | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |
