2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 229 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |