2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
