2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2186 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
