2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Grand Cherokee 4Runner
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 381 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 548 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.6:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1828 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 87 L


 

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