2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 455 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2766 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
