2009 Acura RL vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 11 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Acura RL.
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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | RL | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1852 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |