1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 14 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Journey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
