2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2002 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
