2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 118 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.

Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. 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 (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Voyager 2005 Jeep Cherokee
Make Chrysler Jeep
Model Voyager Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 3700 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 1867 kg
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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