2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 151 kg more than 1992 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
