2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 371 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Porsche Jeep
Model 911 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 98.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 86.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 8.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2700 mm