2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
