Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Lexus IS | |
Engine | 6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 107.5 in | 2 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 180.1 in | 6.5 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 70.9 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 56.1 in | 11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4726 lb. | 3780 lb. | 946 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 37.2 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.4 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 54.1 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.9 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.7 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 52.7 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 53.7 in | 6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 30.6 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 21.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 |
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |