2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 174 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 749 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |