2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |