1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1997 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1997 Jeep Cherokee and 1997 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 580 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Jeep Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
Model | Cherokee | 106 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |