1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Jeep | MCC |
| Model | Cherokee | Smart |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1810 mm |
