2005 GMC Safari vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 15 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 298 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 2005 GMC Safari. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Safari | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
