2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. 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 114 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 959 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
