2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 486 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
