2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
