2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 836 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
