1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
