2005 Holden Frontera vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 250 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Frontera | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |