2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | S-10 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
