2005 Ford GT vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
