2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Acura TL 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 TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Acura TL 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 TL 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 TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | TL | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |