Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,781 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,740 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,144 kg | 1,669 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 60 L | 19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,008 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,539 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 973 mm | -71 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,336 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 762 mm | -762 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 977 L | 348 L | 629 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.5 | 1,053 L | 33.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,909 L | 2,067 L | -1 L |
2008 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 |
2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |