1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Mariner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3958 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |