1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 996 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
