Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | 6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 114.7 in | -5.2 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 188.5 in | -1.9 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 75.2 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 70.1 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4788 lb. | 5093 lb. | -305 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 59.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.9 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 59.8 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 56.2 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 40.0 in | -4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.5 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable driving. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very little leg room for an adult. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |