1996 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
When we compare the 1996 GMC Suburban's and the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 1996 GMC Suburban has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1996 GMC Suburban's and the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a better car than the 1996 GMC Suburban.
1996 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Pricing
A used 1996 GMC Suburban ranges from $3,099 to $21,599 while a used 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is priced between $1,916 to $23,040.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 GMC Suburban’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 714 miles. The Grand Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles.This gives the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1996 GMC Suburban the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4.66 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3099 - 21599
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1916 - 23040
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.424993
GMC Suburban Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.547776 / 10
Reliability:
8.623328 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.3 / 10
GMC Suburban Rankings
Not yet available
Jeep Grand Cherokee Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 66Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
6 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 66Ranking
7 out of / 56Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 22Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 16Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
16 out of / 66Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 56Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 56Ranking
24 out of / 56Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 56Ranking
27 out of / 31Ranking
31 out of / 66Ranking
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37 out of / 49Ranking
40 out of / 66Ranking
42 out of / 58Ranking
45 out of / 56Ranking
51 out of / 66Ranking
51 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1996 GMC Suburban Trim Levels
C1500, C2500, K1500, K2500
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Laredo, Limited, Orvis
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.66 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
220 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 714 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
220 inches
Wheelbase:
131.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3614 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
177.1 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available