1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Berlina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
