2000 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
