2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 144 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 487 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |