1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | DeVille | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 427 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2790 mm |
