2007 Acura RDX vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RDX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
