2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Venturi 400
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 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 527 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
