

Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Jeep Compass | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 103.7 in | 5.8 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 173.4 in | 13.2 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 69.3 in | 4 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 64.2 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4254 lb. | 3089 lb. | 1165 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.6 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 52.2 in | 5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.6 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.0 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 51.0 in | 9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.3 in | -3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.5 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 52.5 ft3 | 14.9 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Compass.