2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 261 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2336 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1755 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 3050 mm |
