2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |
