1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Centurion | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |
