2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
| Model | LR3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
