2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2002 Infiniti G20 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 373 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Infiniti G20, 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti G20 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Infiniti Jeep
Model G20 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2002 2000
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 98.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1343 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2700 mm


 

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