2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 67 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. 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 2000 Plymouth Voyager. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Voyager 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 Jeep Cherokee 2000 Plymouth Voyager
Make Jeep Plymouth
Model Cherokee Voyager
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1996 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4900 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1867 kg 1800 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2880 mm


 

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