2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Jeep Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 2004 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Jeep Cherokee | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherokee | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |