2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 358 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (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 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 414 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 | 1680 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |