1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 2 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 548 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Italdesign | Jeep |
| Model | Nazca | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
