1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Trans Sport | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
