2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. 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 105 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 783 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
