2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2001 Jeep Cherokee and 2001 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lexus IS (298 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2001 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Cherokee | IS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
