2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Renault Clio
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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
