1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 898 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Mercury | Jeep |
Model | Capri | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |