2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 88 L |
