1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 8 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Durango | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |