2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 626 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
