2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Corvette and 2005 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Jeep Cherokee
Make Chevrolet Jeep
Model Corvette Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 3700 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 312 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1867 kg
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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