1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
