2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 829 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Venture. 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 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture 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 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Venture |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
