2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | CTS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
