2009 GMC Savana vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Savana | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
