2003 Peugeot 307 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 307 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 307 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.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 307 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Peugeot | Jeep |
Model | 307 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |