2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3165 mm |