Jeep Grand Cherokee III (WK) 4.7i V8 (231 Hp) 4x4 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)
III (WK) Overview:
Jeep Grand Cherokee (III (WK)). With 410 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2135 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. 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 (214 hp) for versatile driving.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 977 Liters.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 13.1 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, facelift 2003): 2003 - 2004).
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| Brand: | Jeep |
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| Model: | Grand Cherokee |
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| Generation: | III (WK) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.7i V8 (231 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2005 |
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| End of production: | 2010 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 231 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 49.1 Hp/l [140mm more] |
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| Torque: | 410 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | EVA More details about the engine EVA |
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| Engine displacement: | 4701 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
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| Coolant: | 11.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.5 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 19.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.9 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 108.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 192 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2135 |
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| Max. weight: | 2750 |
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| Max load: | 615 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4750 mm [140mm more] |
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| Width: | 1870 mm [34mm more] |
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| Height: | 1740 mm [46mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2781 mm [91mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1575 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 245/65 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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