2005 Daihatsu Altis 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 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. 2005 Daihatsu Altis 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 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Altis | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
