2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 204 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherokee | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
