2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volkswagen up
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2012 Volkswagen up were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1407 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen up.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen up. 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. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen up has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen up 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 Volkswagen up | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | up |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 60 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2336 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1755 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2420 mm |
