1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 961 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.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon 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 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2946 mm |
