1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 7 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend 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 86 kg more than 2006 Honda Legend.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Legend. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
