Jeep Grand Cherokee I (ZJ) 2.5 TD (116 Hp) 4x4
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 278 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1775 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. 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 (223 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 14.7 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): 1995 - 1995).
| General: |
| Brand: | Jeep |
| Model: | Grand Cherokee |
| Generation: | I (ZJ) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TD (116 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 116 Hp @ 3900 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.4 Hp/l [11mm more] |
| Torque: | 278 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ENC More details about the engine ENC |
| Engine displacement: | 2499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 20.95:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.3 kg/Hp, 65.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 156.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1775 |
| Max. weight: | 2400 |
| Max load: | 625 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2254 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1136 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 87 l |
| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17° |
| Length: | 4500 mm [11mm more] |
| Width: | 1800 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1690 mm [29mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2690 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1473 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1473 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 205 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.43 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 36.8° |
| Departure angle: | 29.6° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/75 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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