2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 1 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Spark | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
