2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 739 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
