2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 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 2,774 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1832 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
