1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Saturn SL

To start off, both 1999 Jeep Wrangler and 1999 Saturn SL were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 403 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SL.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Jeep Wrangler 1999 Saturn SL
Make Jeep Saturn
Model Wrangler SL
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3960 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 184 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 2950 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1400 mm


 

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