2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
