2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 754 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Cherokee | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
