2009 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | MDX | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |