2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
Make Jeep Vauxhall
Model Grand Cherokee Corsa
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2031 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2500 mm