2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Lexus SC is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus SC weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
