2011 Toyota Avalon vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Avalon | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Toyota | Jeep |
Model | Avalon | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1640 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2700 mm |