1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1050 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Cherokee | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |