2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Previa. 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Previa 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 | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
