2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 511 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
