1990 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 616 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Probe | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |