1987 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 672 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jeep Cherokee | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Cherokee | Exige |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 36 L |
