1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
