1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Porsche 928.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jeep Cherokee | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Cherokee | 928 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |