2008 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | MDX | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |