1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Jeep | Dodge |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |