1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1996 Porsche 993 and 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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 256 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Porsche | Jeep |
Model | 993 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 407 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |