1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 15 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 524 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Cayman |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1303 mm |