2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 619 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |