2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 787 kg more than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Acadia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
