2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Charger | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
