2003 Toyota Prius vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 950 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Prius | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Prius | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
