1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 1999 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 607 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.
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1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 607 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |