1990 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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 (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 499 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.
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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
