1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 17 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
