2009 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 6 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX 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 12 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TSX 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Acura Jeep
Model TSX Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 3966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 78 L


 

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