1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 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, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 534 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Samsung SM5. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Samsung |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
