2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
