2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
