1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
