2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | TT | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
