2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2000 Jeep Varsity
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Varsity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Varsity would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 678 kg more than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Varsity. (346 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2000 Jeep Varsity | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Varsity |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 427 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
