2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2002 Porsche Boxster and 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 438 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 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 (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Porsche | Jeep |
| Model | Boxster | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
