1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Intrepid | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
