1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 502 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Allante | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
