1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 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 78 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
