2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2004 Jeep Cherokee and 2004 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. 2004 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
