2012 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus RX | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lexus | Jeep |
| Model | RX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 270 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |
