1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 18 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 61 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Cherokee | Defender |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3958 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |