2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 219 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Grand Cherokee | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |