1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 622 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
