2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 28 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.
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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS. 2005 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Cherokee | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
