2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 184 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 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 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
