2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
