2000 GMC Savana vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 880 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Savana | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
