2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (266 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (450 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
