2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2012 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2012 Jeep Wrangler are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 384 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, both vehicles can yield 352 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
