2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Tacoma 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Toyota Jeep
Model Tacoma Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2701 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 2360 kg
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4821 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1943 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3240 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 93 L


 

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