1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 9 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 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Cherokee | Speedster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |