1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Cherokee | Kuga |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |