2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 923 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. 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 Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
