2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1991 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 453 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1991 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1991 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1991 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taurus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
