2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |