2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 767 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2916 mm |
