2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 107 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Impala (278 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Impala | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
