2011 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lexus | Jeep |
| Model | IS | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
