2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 129 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 846 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
