1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 15 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 552 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Cherokee | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
