1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 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 684 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 McLaren F1. 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Jeep | McLaren |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | F1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1150 mm |
