Jeep Grand Cherokee II (WJ, facelift 2003) 4.7 V8 (235 Hp) Automatic


Jeep Grand Cherokee:

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a range of mid-sized sport utility vehicles produced by American manufacturer Jeep. At its introduction, while most SUVs were still manufactured with body-on-frame construction, the Grand Cherokee has used a unibody chassis from the start.
The Grand Cherokee's origins date back to 1983, when American Motors Corporation was designing a successor to the Jeep Cherokee. Three outside designers—Larry Shinoda, Alain Clenet, and Giorgetto Giugiaro—were also under contract with AMC to create and build a clay model of the Cherokee XJ replacement, then known as the "XJC" project. However, the basic design for the Cherokee's replacement was well underway by AMC's in-house designers and the 1989 Jeep Concept 1 show car foretold the basic design....(Read more on Wikipedia)

II (WJ, facelift 2003) Overview:

Jeep Grand Cherokee (II (WJ, facelift 2003)). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1759 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (235 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 1104 Liters.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 13.8 L/100 km combined.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (WJ): 2002 - 2003).

General:
Brand:Jeep
Model:Grand Cherokee
Generation:II (WJ, facelift 2003)
Modification (Engine):4.7 V8 (235 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:2003
End of production:2004
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:235 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:50 Hp/l [3mm less]
Torque:400 Nm @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:EVA More details about the engine EVA
Engine displacement:4701
Number of cylinders:8
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:5.7 l
Coolant:13.7 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:93 mm
Piston Stroke:86.5 mm
Compression ratio:9:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:15.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:11.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA):15.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA):11.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA):13.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:13.8 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:7.5 kg/Hp, 133.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.4 kg/Nm, 227.4 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1759
Max. weight:2359
Max. roof load:68 kg
Max load:600
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:2047 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:1104 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):2948 kg
Fuel tank capacity:78 l
Permitted towbar download:340 kg
Size:
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle:22.6°
Length:4610 mm [3mm less]
Width:1836 mm [Same width.]
Height:1786 mm [24mm more]
Wheelbase:2690 mm [1mm less]
Front track:1511 mm
Rear (Back) track:1511 mm
Front overhang:815 mm
Rear overhang:1105 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):221 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.4 m [above average]
Approach angle:36.7°
Departure angle:28.6°
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs, 305 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc, 305 mm [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size245/70 R16; 235/65 R17
Wheel rims size7J x 16; 7.5J x 17
Front suspensionCoil spring, Rigid axle suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionRigid axle suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm, Coil spring

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