2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Durango | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |