2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 73 L |