2012 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2009 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Colorado | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |