1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 727 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Escalade |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |