1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 2004 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Jeep | Infiniti |
| Model | Cherokee | I |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
