2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 342 kg more than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Previa. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2359 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
