2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 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, 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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Impala | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2774 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| 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 | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
