2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Jimny |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2260 mm |