2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 438 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Avalon | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
