1994 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1994 Volkswagen Golf and 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 458 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Grand 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, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm). This means 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Golf | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Golf | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
