1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 548 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Spirit | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
