2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
