2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
