2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 327 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |
