1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2918 mm |
