2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 7 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | XLR | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
