2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 626 kg more than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
