1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 880 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Porsche | Jeep |
| Model | 911 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
