Finding the right SUV can be tough if you don't know what to look for. The Dodge Durango and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are often talked about as being reliable SUVs, so we're going to throw them into the mix to see what they each offer to drivers like you in the Freehold, Manalapan and Marlboro Township area.
In our comparison of the 2016 Dodge Durango and the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee, we're going to focus our attention on engine power and efficiency, interior space and entertainment technology. After reading this article, you'll have a strong understanding of what each vehicle offers. You'll even know which vehicle offers you more.
Dodge Durango vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Power & Efficiency
The Dodge Durango and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are both equipped with a 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine. Each vehicle features an 8-speed automatic transmission. These vehicles, equipped with the 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6, can effectively reach 295 horsepower with 260 lb.-ft. of torque.
Although these engines seem similar, the difference between them is in fuel efficiency. The Dodge Durango gets an EPA estimated 19/27 mpg city highway. The Jeep Grand Cherokee gets 19 city and 26 highway. The difference isn't vast but the Dodge Durango gets more highway mileage.
Interior Space
The Dodge Durango features three rows that can carry 7 passengers. The Jeep Grand Cherokee maxes out with a 5 passenger capacity. In terms of space, each vehicle offers 39.9 inches of front head room and 40.3 inches of leg room for front passengers. The Dodge Durango offers slightly more rear head room with 39.8 inches of head room, compared to the 39.2 inches of head room for rear passengers in the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The Dodge Durango also offers more room for cargo room. With the rear seats folded down, the Dodge Durango offers 84.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo space. The Jeep Grand Cherokee maxes out with 67.5 cubic feet of cargo space when the rear seats are down. As you can see, the Dodge Durango offers more room for passengers and cargo.
Entertainment Technology
The Dodge Durango and the Jeep Grand Cherokee are both equipped with a 6-speaker sound system and a 5-inch color touchscreen display. These vehicles also feature integrated voice command with Bluetooth®. This system allows you to make and receive phone calls from the road while using your voice to select the contact, allowing you to keep your hands on the wheel.
For external media purposes, these vehicles feature a media hub with a USB port, an auxiliary input and an SD card. The Dodge Durango features a GPS antenna input, which increases the signal of your vehicle's location, allowing you to get directions with less chances of lost connection. The Jeep Grand Cherokee doesn't offer this feature.
2016 Dodge Durango vs. 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Comparison Conclusion
In this vehicle comparison, drivers like you in the Freehold, Manalapan and Marlboro Township area learned all about the Dodge Durango and the Jeep Grand Cherokee. You learned that although these vehicles feature similar engines, the Dodge Durango gets a slightly higher highway fuel economy.
In terms of space, you saw that the Dodge Durango not only has more passenger capacity, but more cargo room as well. Lastly, you saw that the Dodge Durango is equipped with a GPS Antenna Input, which can help increase your GPS signal. Overall, you learned that the Dodge Durango offers you more.
Schedule your test drive with the 2016 Dodge Durango today at Freehold Dodge.
