2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 124 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 519 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |