2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Porsche | Jeep |
Model | 911 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1755 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |