1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Jeep | GMC |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Envoy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |