2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 4 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Durango | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2774 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
