2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 533 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Jetta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1933 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2781 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |