1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 12 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 200. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Chrysler |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2766 mm |
