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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 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 932 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 (488 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 5965 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |