2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 799 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherokee | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
