2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 49 kg more than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Colorado | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 459 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2156 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |