2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Jeep Cherokee and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherokee | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1824 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |