2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 924 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2700 mm |
