2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 425 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART 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 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Cherokee | DART |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1439 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
