1998 Lexus GS vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1998 Lexus GS and 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 14 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. 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 (407 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lexus | Jeep |
| Model | GS | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
