2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1640 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
