1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Dodge Stealth.
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 Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Stealth | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
