2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 349 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo XC60. 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 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Grand Cherokee | XC60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |