1996 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 828 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (407 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Volkswagen Fusca | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Fusca | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
