2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Lotus | Jeep |
Model | Exige | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |