1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX 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 30 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | RX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
