1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Corvette and 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 76 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 437 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |