2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Charger | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |