2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 89 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Jeep | Chrysler |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |