1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 4 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has manual transmission. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Caprice | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
