2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
