1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Durango | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |