2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 2011 GMC Terrain and 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (238 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain.

Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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 (410 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

2011 GMC Terrain 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make GMC Jeep
Model Terrain Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 238 HP
Torque 233 Nm 410 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4707 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 1958 mm
Wheelbase Size 2858 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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