2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 617 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
