2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2003 Ford Explorer and 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Explorer | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Explorer | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |