2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
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 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 Toyota Solara. 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara 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 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Solara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
