1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Intrepid and 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 143 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Intrepid | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
