2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 14 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 721 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 2004 GMC Envoy. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Envoy | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
