2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 69 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
