2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 108 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Charger | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
