2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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.
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2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |