2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2009 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1378 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Jeep | Tata |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Nano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |