1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
