1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Plymouth | Jeep |
| Model | Colt | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2916 mm |
