Isuzu Rodeo vs. Jeep Cherokee
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Isuzu Rodeo and Jeep Cherokee contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Isuzu Rodeo and the Jeep Cherokee.
In comparing the Isuzu Rodeo's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, The Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Isuzu Rodeo and Jeep Cherokee have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Isuzu Rodeo's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Cherokee is a better car than the Isuzu Rodeo.
Pricing: A used 2001 Isuzu Rodeo ranges from $2,970 to $9,964 while a used 2001 Jeep Cherokee is priced between $2,845 to $18,471.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Isuzu Rodeo’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Jeep Cherokee base engine makes 190 horsepower. Both the Rodeo and the Cherokee are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Isuzu Rodeo and Jeep Cherokee are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Jeep Cherokee has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18535
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18470
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
18867
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
15140 - 23390
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5366
Price Range:
2970 - 9964
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N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
209462
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
8392
Price Range:
2845 - 18471
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
5459
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
4292 - 8392
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
150331
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Isuzu Rodeo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Isuzu Rodeo
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Cherokee
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.127487174011148
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.092478828871571
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.1 - 10.5
Isuzu Rodeo Rankings
Not yet available
Jeep Cherokee Rankings
Ranking
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5 out of / 67Ranking
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56 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Isuzu Rodeo Trim Levels
LS, LSE, S
Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels
Classic, Limited, SE, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
144 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.035 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3701 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
69.2 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3150 lbs
Width:
69.4 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
167.5 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/75R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Atlantic Blue Mica / Canal Blue Mica
Green
Garden Green Mica
Red
Palazzo Red Mica
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Patriot Blue Pearlcoat
Green
Forest Green PC
Red
Flame Red Clearcoat / Sienna Pearlcoat
Silver
Silverstone Metallic Clearcoat
White
Stone White Clearcoat
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Agate
Beige
Camel
