1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 98 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.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (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 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Routan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
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 | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |