1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu 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 468 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has manual transmission. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Malibu | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |