1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
