2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2006 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
