1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 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 72 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 90 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
