2009 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | G | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 93 L |
