2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 503 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
