2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 307 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
