Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 112.5 in | -3 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 187.8 in | -1.2 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 72.5 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 66.3 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4254 lb. | 3761 lb. | 493 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 55.8 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 54.6 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 55.3 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 51.1 in | 9.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.9 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.5 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
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 |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |