1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherokee | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |