1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Viano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
