1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 974 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
