1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Corolla | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2916 mm |
