2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Outlander | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
