1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
