2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Cherokee | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1778 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
