2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 678 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi 400. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
