1985 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
