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 2,497 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 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 929 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Cherokee 2005 Opel Corsa
Make Jeep Opel
Model Cherokee Corsa
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 997 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 147 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 78.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1834 kg 905 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2500 mm


 

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