1994 Ford Probe vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 469 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Probe | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
