2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
