2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 862 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | TrailBlazer | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |