2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 427 kg more than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |
