1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 231 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
