1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 1 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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 1999 Holden Berlina. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Berlina | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
