2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 454 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
