1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 951 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana 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 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Jeep | GMC |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Savana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3429 mm |