2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Jeep Liberty were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Cherokee | Liberty |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2425 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1812 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |