2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 654 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 93 L |
