2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 459 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Golf | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
