1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Grand Cherokee | SVX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |