2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 636 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | 4Runner | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
