2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 TVR T 350
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 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 588 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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 @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Jeep | TVR |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
