1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | APV | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
