2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm). This means 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | STS | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
