2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra 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 101 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 207 kg more than 1999 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 1999 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 (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
