2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 441 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Commander | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
