2001 Dodge Caravan 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 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Caravan | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
