2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise 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 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Cherokee | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 954 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
