1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1988 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1988 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
