2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 526 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
