2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 428 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 Range Rover Sport (427 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 3963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |