2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. 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 1999 Acura TL. 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 (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
