2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.

Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Rodeo 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Holden Jeep
Model Rodeo Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 93 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2790 mm


 

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