2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 1 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 176 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2000 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 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
