1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Cherokee | 6000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |