1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Cherokee | Exige |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
