2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 438 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
