1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 739 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Spirit | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |