2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
