2001 Holden UTE vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 4 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 120 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | UTE | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |