2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 790 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
