1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 22 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 403 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
