2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra 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 (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 561 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. 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 Holden Astra. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Astra | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Astra | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |