2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 868 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
