Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 376 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 4.9L V10 Diesel OHC-2v 310 hp@3750 553 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,781 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,740 mm | 4,755 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,991 kg | 2,642 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 100 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 973 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,539 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 904 mm | -2 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 977 L | 878 L | 99 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,909 L | 2,010 L | -1 L |
2009 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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |