2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 639 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
