1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
