1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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 250 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
