1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Cherokee | Vitara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |