2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 Skoda Fabia. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Cherokee 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Jeep Skoda
Model Cherokee Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1984 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 147 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
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 1200 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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