2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sonoma | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sonoma | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
