1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 10 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 5,899 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 91 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
