2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
