2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 744 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
