2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
