2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 361 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
