1997 Land Rover Defender vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
When comparing the 1997 Land Rover Defender's and the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, The 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Land Rover Defender's and the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a better car than the 1997 Land Rover Defender.
1997 Land Rover Defender vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Pricing
A used 1997 Land Rover Defender ranges from $71,997 to $173,394 while a used 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is priced between $1,182 to $10,795.
1997 Land Rover Defender vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1997 Land Rover Defender loses 46.2 percent of its value and the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee loses 42.5 percent of its value. This means the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1997 Land Rover Defender.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Land Rover Defender’s base engine makes 182 horsepower, and the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Defender is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 210 miles. The Grand Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. This gives the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1997 Land Rover Defender. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4.66 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
71997 - 173394
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462199
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1182 - 10795
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.424993
Land Rover Defender Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.547776 / 10
Reliability:
8.623328 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
9.3 / 10
Land Rover Defender Rankings
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51 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Land Rover Defender Trim Levels
90
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Laredo, Limited, Orvis, TSi
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 42000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 42000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 42000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.66 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 4750 rpm
Torque:
233 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
220 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 14 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
180 / 210 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
57 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3913 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
80.2 inches
Length:
157.1 inches
Wheelbase:
92.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3757 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available