2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 634 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Mustang | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |