2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Envoy | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
