Jeep Grand Cherokee I (ZJ) 5.2i V8 (220 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Jeep Grand Cherokee:
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a range of mid-sized sport utility vehicles produced by American manufacturer Jeep. At its introduction, while most SUVs were still manufactured with body-on-frame construction, the Grand Cherokee has used a unibody chassis from the start.
The Grand Cherokee's origins date back to 1983, when American Motors Corporation was designing a successor to the Jeep Cherokee. Three outside designers—Larry Shinoda, Alain Clenet, and Giorgetto Giugiaro—were also under contract with AMC to create and build a clay model of the Cherokee XJ replacement, then known as the "XJC" project. However, the basic design for the Cherokee's replacement was well underway by AMC's in-house designers and the 1989 Jeep Concept 1 show car foretold the basic design....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (ZJ) Overview:
Jeep Grand Cherokee (I (ZJ)). With 387 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1792 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (220 hp) for versatile driving.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 732 Liters.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 15.1 L/100 km combined.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (ZJ): 1991 - 1999).
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| Brand: | Jeep |
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| Model: | Grand Cherokee |
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| Generation: | I (ZJ) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 5.2i V8 (220 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 1992 |
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| End of production: | 1999 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 42.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 387 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | ELF More details about the engine ELF |
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| Engine displacement: | 5210 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
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| Coolant: | 14.1 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 99.3 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 84.1 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.1 l/100 km |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 122.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 216 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1792 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1483 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 732 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 87 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4548 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1800 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1647 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2690 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1473 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1473 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/75 R15 S |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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