2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1199 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2580 mm |
