2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2004 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
