1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Suburban and 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 452 kg more than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (407 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 455 Nm | 407 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |