2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 378 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
