2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Renault Grand Espace 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 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. 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 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1836 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
