2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 511 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
