2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 521 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
