1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 15 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 181 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
