1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 214 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Scorpio | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
