1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Caprice | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
