2003 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu VehiCross | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | VehiCross | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 427 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
