2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
| Model | LR3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 87 L |
