2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.

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 Jeep Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Patriot 2005 Jeep Cherokee
Make Jeep Jeep
Model Patriot Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 90.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2043 kg 1951 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 14.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 70 L


 

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