1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra 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 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 38 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
