2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 54 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 2004 GMC Yukon. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Yukon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
