2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Proton |
| Model | Cherokee | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
