1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
