2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 3,965 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 57 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 89 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
