1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
