2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Peugeot | Jeep |
| Model | 406 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
