2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 841 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
