2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 298 kg more than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1986 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 1986 Jeep Cherokee
Make Cadillac Jeep
Model Seville Cherokee
Year Released 2000 1986
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4563 cc 2068 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1748 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 76 L


 

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