2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 403 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
