VOLVO XC90

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JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE

The Grand Cherokee is sized to suit the country’s needs.

Although the Volvo XC90 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are brands from different countries, they share a common body design. That is, they both have a design that emphasizes a “boxy” feel. This can be seen in the front face, where both vehicles have a nearly vertical design. This conveys the dignity and power of a luxury SUV.

However, when comparing the body sizes, it is clear that the Grand Cherokee is larger than the XC90 overall. This difference is likely a reflection of the national character. America is vast and the roads are wide. Therefore, there is no need to make it smaller.

Both vehicles have three rows of seats and can accommodate seven people.

Volvo XC90 Plus B5 AWD

Body size = Length 4950mm x Width 1930mm x Height 1775mm

Wheelbase = 2985mm

Vehicle weight = 2110kg

Tire size = 235/55R19

Jeep Grand Cherokee L LIMITED

Body size = Length 5200mm x Width 1980mm x Height 1815mm

Wheelbase = 3090mm

Vehicle weight = 2170kg

Tire size = 265/60R18

Although the format is different, the direction of eco-friendly products is the same

The engine also reflects the country’s character. The XC90 is equipped with a small-displacement 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder turbo engine, a downsized design typical of Europe.

However, the Grand Cherokee is equipped with a large-displacement 3.6-liter V6 naturally aspirated engine, which is typical of the American market. This is probably because the US has many straight roads, and the driving style of a large-displacement car with the engine running at a low speed is well established.

However, when it comes to luxury engines in the US, V8s are the norm, so the fact that the company chose a V6 engine suggests that it placed a certain amount of importance on eco-friendliness.

Volvo XC90 Plus B5 AWD

Engine type = Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Turbo

Displacement = 1968cc

Maximum output = 250PS / 5400-5700rpm

Maximum torque = 350Nm / 1800-4800rpm

Transmission = 8-speed AT

Drive system = Electronically controlled AWD

Jeep Grand Cherokee L LIMITED

Engine type = V6 DOHC

Displacement = 3604cc

Maximum output = 286PS/6400rpm

Maximum torque = 344Nm/4000rpm

Transmission = 8-speed AT

Drive system = AWD

The Grand Cherokee is a better value

Although both are top-of-the-line SUVs from manufacturers, with four-wheel drive and seven-seater seating, there is a price difference of about 1 million yen between the two cars. The Grand Cherokee, which has a larger body and a more powerful engine, is cheaper than the XC90. This is a very good value.

Vehicle price

Volvo XC90 Plus B5 AWD: 9.54 million yen

Jeep Grand Cherokee L LIMITED: 8.55 million yen

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