2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 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 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Astro | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
