2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,966 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 151 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 784 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
