1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Cherokee | Samurai |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |