2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 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, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado 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 210 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. 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) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Eldorado | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 468 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |