2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 246 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Venza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
