1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, both 1997 Jeep Cherokee and 1997 Suzuki X90 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 24 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Cherokee | X90 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |