2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 509 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Laguna 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 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
