2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 807 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
