1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 22 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 340 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.
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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 2012 Ferrari FF 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. 2012 Ferrari FF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Jeep | Ferrari |
| Model | Cherokee | FF |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1379 mm |
