1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
