2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 519 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Cherokee | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
