1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 8 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 456 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | GTI |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
