2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 184 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Chrysler |
| Model | Cherokee | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2048 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
