1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Jeep Cherokee and 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 51 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherokee | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |