2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,774 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 436 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2774 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
