1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mark II is newer by 6 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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 299 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II. 2002 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has manual transmission. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Mark II |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |