1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 83 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Astro | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |