2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 579 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
