1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Cherokee | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |