2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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 Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, both vehicles can yield 312 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1899 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
