2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 492 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1899 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 78 L |
