1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 78 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.

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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 2006 SsangYong Actyon
Make Jeep SsangYong
Model Grand Cherokee Actyon
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3125 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 384 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2750 mm


 

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