1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 13 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 604 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
