1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Sienna |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |