2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Ram 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:
| 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ram |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |
