2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 406 kg more than 1991 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
