2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Caravan | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |