Jeep Grand Cherokee I (ZJ) 4.0i (180 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 285 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1735 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 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 180 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 (180 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.3 sec).
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 1136 Liters.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 14 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): 1994 - 1995).

General:
Brand:Jeep
Model:Grand Cherokee
Generation:I (ZJ)
Modification (Engine):4.0i (180 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Start of production:1995
End of production:1995
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:180 Hp @ 4700 rpm.
Power per litre:45.5 Hp/l
Torque:285 Nm @ 3950 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:ERH [Same engine] More details about the engine ERH
Engine displacement:3956
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHV
Engine oil capacity:5.7 l
Coolant:11.4 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:98.4 mm
Piston Stroke:86.7 mm
Compression ratio:8.75:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:14 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.3 sec
Maximum speed:180 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.6 kg/Hp, 103.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.1 kg/Nm, 164.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1735
Max. weight:2400
Max load:665
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:2254 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:1136 l
Fuel tank capacity:87 l
Size:
Length:4489 mm [Same length.]
Width:1800 mm [42mm more]
Height:1719 mm [71mm more]
Wheelbase:2690 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1473 mm
Rear (Back) track:1473 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):202 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.7 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
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 size225/70 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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