2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 416 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
Model | Touareg | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |