2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 518 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (455 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1867 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
