1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 159 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4080 mm |
