2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Tahoe | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
