2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
