2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 387 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.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
