2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra and 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand 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 Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Astra 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Holden Jeep
Model Astra Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 4703 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 393 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2790 mm


 

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