1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
