1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen W12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | W12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
