2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Opel Corsa 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 987 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 Corsa. 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 (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Cherokee | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1388 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
