1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 498 kg more than 1991 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Cherokee | Discovery |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3958 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |