2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |