2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Sebring 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Chrysler Jeep
Model Sebring Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 414 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 80 L


 

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