1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 209 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.
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 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX 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 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | JX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2901 mm |
