2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 105 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 898 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |