2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Corolla | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
