1999 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca 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:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Aceca | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
