2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 462 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
