2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | E500 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
