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 wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size225/75 R15
Wheel rims size15

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