2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 921 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |
