2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 387 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Tahoe | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
