1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 360 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 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
