2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Impala | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2700 mm |
