1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 16 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 152 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.
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 (407 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | TL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
