2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 419 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Statesman | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
