1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1122 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Cherokee | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |