2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (275 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer weights approximately 512 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Trailblazer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
