2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
Model | Lancer | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |