2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 708 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Ram | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |