1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
When we compare the 1998 Jeep Cherokee's and the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport's specifications and ratings, The 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Jeep Cherokee's and the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport is a better car than the 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 Jeep Cherokee’s base engine makes 125 horsepower, and the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport base engine makes 132 horsepower. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. The Montero Sport is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 437 miles.This gives the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1998 Jeep Cherokee the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1998 Jeep Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3346 - 24604
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.416533
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.003663 / 10
Reliability:
8.210989 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Montero Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Cherokee Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
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3 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
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19 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
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22 out of / 66Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
32 out of / 66Ranking
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32 out of / 56Ranking
40 out of / 66Ranking
40 out of / 56Ranking
40 out of / 49Ranking
41 out of / 56Ranking
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48 out of / 58Ranking
49 out of / 66Ranking
50 out of / 66Ranking
52 out of / 66Ranking
52 out of / 66Mitsubishi Montero Sport Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels
Classic, Limited, SE, Sport
1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport Trim Levels
ES, LS, XLS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
125 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
132 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.038 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
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:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 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:
2979 lbs
Width:
69.4 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
167.5 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3500 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
178.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available