2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. 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 120 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Silverado | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |