2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 13 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Equinox | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
