1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Cherokee | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
