2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 183 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
