2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
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 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,700 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 13 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 551 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
