2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 856 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
