1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 993 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
